In Pittsburgh, a unique kind of holiday cheer filled the air. Instead of carols, there were picket signs. Instead of holiday shoppers, there were striking Starbucks workers. About 200 workers from 10 coffee shops across the city walked off the job, demanding a union contract. They sang a twist on "W
Last Monday evening, the newly elected Mayor-President of East Baton Rouge Parish, Sid Edwards, shared his vision for tackling crime and boosting community involvement. The event took place at the Charles R. Kelly Community Center, where the North Baton Rouge community turned out in large numbers, e
Did you know that the rate of eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) has been climbing in kids from the Northern Hemisphere? But what about our region? Not much is known about EoE here, and that's where this study comes in. Climate and daily habits might play a role in how EoE shows up, so understanding and
After months of back-and-forth negotiations, the Animation Guild members have voted in favor of a new three-year deal with studios. What’s interesting is that this contract wasn’t as popular as the last one, with only 76. 1% of members voting in support compared to the previous deal’s 87%. The new a
The world of genetic counseling is evolving, and Australia and New Zealand are no exception. These countries are home to a diverse group of professionals who help people understand and cope with genetic disorders. But how diverse is this workforce, and do they have the capacity to meet the needs of
Did you know that where you live can affect your health? Researchers have found that weather conditions can play a big part in the number of people getting heart and brain diseases, especially in mountainous regions like Guizhou province. The weather can be different even in small areas, and this ca
Imagine living with motor neuron disease (MND), where moving around becomes a challenge. For many, video games might seem like a dream that's suddenly out of reach. But these games can be more than just fun – they can be a lifeline for social connection and breaking the monotony of being homebound.
Imagine you're out for a festive evening in downtown Orlando. You're excited to see the holiday drone show over Lake Eola. Suddenly, something goes wrong. Several small drones crash into each other and fall into the crowd. This happened during the first show on Saturday night. The Federal Aviation A
Nebraska's Governor, Jim Pillen, has found himself in an unexpected situation. He was bucked off a new horse and had to be taken to the hospital. First, he was rushed to Columbus Community Hospital, but later, as a precaution, he was moved to a hospital in Omaha. The good news is that the governor i
Accurately tracking the costs of medical processes is crucial for enhancing value and efficiency. Let's talk about a method called Time-Driven Activity-Based Costing (TDABC) and how it can be applied to otolaryngology. This study aimed to explore TDABC in ear, nose, and throat care and identify pote
